Telecommunications Technical Standard (Requirements for Connection to an Air Interface of a Telecommunications Network – Part 1: General – AS/CA S042.1:2010) 2011

Overview

The Telecommunications Technical Standard (Requirements for Connection to an Air Interface of a Telecommunications Network — Part 1: General — AS/CA S042.1:2010) 2011 was enacted under the authority of subsection 376(1) of the Telecommunications Act 1997. This legislative instrument was introduced to establish technical standards for customer equipment used in connection with public mobile telecommunications services and satellite services. The objective of this standard is to ensure that such equipment complies with the mandatory requirements of the specified Australian Standard, thereby facilitating the proper functioning and interoperability of telecommunications networks in Australia. The Australian Communications and Media Authority, as the responsible body, prepared and registered this standard on the Federal Register of Legislative Instruments, ensuring it meets the legislative objectives outlined in the Telecommunications Act 1997.

Scope and Application

The Telecommunications Technical Standard (Requirements for Connection to an Air Interface of a Telecommunications Network — Part 1: General — AS/CA S042.1:2010) 2011, as amended, applies to customer equipment that is designed or intended for use in connection with a public mobile telecommunications service or a satellite service, and is also an addressable device. This standard is made under subsection 376(1) of the Telecommunications Act 1997 and is administered by the Australian Communications and Media Authority. It sets out mandatory requirements that such equipment must comply with, as specified in the Australian Standard — Requirements for connection to an air interface of a Telecommunications Network – Part 1: General – AS/CA S042.1:2010 as published by Communications Alliance Ltd and in force on 5 July 2013. The Act and the standard have a national jurisdictional reach across Australia, and apply to all addressable devices used in connection with public mobile telecommunications services and satellite services. This legislation does not explicitly state any exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds, though the specific requirements of the Australian Standard may inherently provide certain exclusions based on the context of the equipment and its use. The application of the standard can be extended or restricted through subordinate instruments, which are registered on the Federal Register of Legislative Instruments.

Key Provisions

The Telecommunications Technical Standard (Requirements for Connection to an Air Interface of a Telecommunications Network—Part 1: General—AS/CA S042.1:2010) 2011, as amended, applies to customer equipment designed or intended for use in connection with a public mobile telecommunications service or a satellite service, and specifically to addressable devices (section 5). The primary requirement is that such equipment must comply with the mandatory requirements outlined in the Australian Standard—Requirements for connection to an air interface of a Telecommunications Network—Part 1: General—AS/CA S042.1:2010, as published by Communications Alliance Ltd and effective as of 5 July 2013 (section 6). This compliance ensures that the equipment meets necessary technical specifications and standards to function correctly within the telecommunications network. Entities and individuals responsible for the design, manufacture, or importation of customer equipment must ensure that their products adhere to the specified technical standard. This includes verifying that all mandatory requirements are met and that the equipment is capable of being identified by the carriage service provider when used for two-way communications on a public mobile telecommunications service or satellite service (section 5). The obligation extends to providing documentation or evidence that demonstrates compliance with the standard, as required by the Telecommunications Act 1997 and the Telecommunications Regulations 1998. Breaches of the Telecommunications Technical Standard may result in various consequences. While the legislative instrument itself does not explicitly detail offences or penalties, non-compliance could lead to enforcement actions under the Telecommunications Act 1997. Such actions may include the issuance of compliance notices, fines, or other penalties as prescribed by the Act. The maximum penalties for breaches can vary depending on the nature and severity of the non-compliance, but they may include substantial fines and, in severe cases, criminal charges. It is essential for entities to ensure adherence to the standard to avoid these potential repercussions.